THE NATIONAL DIVERSITY AWARDS ANNOUNCE 2017 SHORTLIST

Diversity champions from across the UK will gather at the magnificent Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool on 8 September 2017 for the UK’s largest celebration of diversity.

Able Magazine is once again proud to join the best of British diversity as they showcase the outstanding achievements of those who have demonstrated their devotion to enhancing equality, diversity and inclusion in today’s society.

As media partners with the National Diversity Awards for the fifth consecutive year, Able Magazine’s editor, Tom Jamison, has once again been invited to hand out one of the increasingly prestigious awards.

Tom commented: “I really look forward to the National Diversity Awards. Every single year I wonder how they’re going to ‘top’ the last event but they always do. It seems to me that diversity, especially within the disability strand, has become more and more important within our workplaces and communities and the National Diversity Awards are the place to be to hear stories about the most inspirational projects and individuals each September. That’s why Able Magazine just has to be involved!

Over 22,000 nominations and votes were received this year, paying tribute to grass root communities nationwide. The prestigious black tie event is definitely one to mark down on your calendar and provides recognition for excellence regardless of race, faith, religion, gender, identity, sexual orientation, age, disability and culture

Designed to highlight the country’s most inspirational and selfless people, the NDA’s are supported by the likes of Stephen Fry, Adam Hills and Sir Lenny Henry amongst many.

TV Presenter Graham Norton Said “Promoting and celebrating diversity is close to my heart which is why I am thrilled to support The National Diversity Awards! I want to wish all of this year’s shortlisted nominees the best of luck for the ceremony, you all deserve to win!’

Internationally acclaimed contemporary artist, Rachel Gadsden looked back on her time winning the positive role model award in 2013 saying: “It truly was a tremendously uplifting emotional evening, and I don’t think there was a single person in the room who would disagree with that! The evening represented everything that is good about our society”.

Rachel went on to receive the award for battling successfully against a potentially life limiting illness to produce works of art that are exhibited worldwide.

Founder and CEO of The National Diversity Awards, Paul Sesay, said: “I am so proud to be able to witness the journeys of some of the most inspiring role models this country has to offer. Each year I am overwhelmed with the quality and quantity of nominations, and those shortlisted should know how privileged I am to share your stories with the nation. You are all winners and I can’t wait to meet you at the ceremony.”